SNAP - Full Exam Guide for Every MBA Aspirant
What is the SNAP ?
The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU), Pune. SNAP is the exclusive gateway for admission into 15 Symbiosis MBA colleges, including:
SIBM Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management)
SCMHRD Pune (Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development)
SIIB Pune (Symbiosis Institute of International Business)
SIBM Bangalore
SNAP is a speed-based MBA exam designed to test general English, quantitative ability, data interpretation, and logical reasoning.
Key Highlights
| Conducting Body | Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU) |
| Exam Type | National-level MBA entrance exam |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-based) |
| Duration | 1 hour (60 minutes) |
| Frequency | Once a year, in December |
| Attempts Allowed | Up to 3 times (best score considered) |
| Sections | General English, Quant + DI + DS, Analytical & Logical Reasoning |
| Question Type | MCQs |
| Accepting Colleges | 15 Symbiosis institutes |
| Validity of Score | 1 year |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST).
Final Year Students: Eligible (must submit certificate at admission).
Age Limit: No age restriction.
International Students: Can apply via Symbiosis Center for International Education (SCIE).
Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Suggested Time | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English (Verbal, Grammar, RC) | 15 | 15 | Easy–Moderate |
| Quantitative Aptitude, DI & DS | 20 | 20 | Moderate |
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning | 25 | 25 | Moderate |
| Total | 60 | 60 | Moderate |
Duration: 60 minutes.
Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answer.
Attempts: 3 attempts allowed, best score considered.
Syllabus Overview
General English (15 Qs)
Reading Comprehension (short passages)
Sentence Correction
Synonyms & Antonyms
Grammar usage
Quantitative Ability, DI & DS (20 Qs)
Arithmetic: Time, Speed, Distance, Profit & Loss, Percentages
Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration
Probability, P&C
Graphs, Tables, Charts (DI)
Analytical & Logical Reasoning (25 Qs)
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations & Series
Input-Output
Puzzles & Arrangements
Critical Reasoning
Exam Difficulty Level
SNAP is considered easier than CAT/XAT in difficulty.
The challenge is time management → solving 60 questions in 60 minutes.
Requires fast calculations, logical shortcuts, and accuracy under pressure.
Cut-Off Trends
| College | MAT Cut-Off (Percentile) |
|---|---|
| SIBM Pune | 97–98 |
| SCMHRD Pune | 95–97 |
| SIIB Pune | 92–94 |
| SIBM Bangalore | 88–90 |
| SCIT, SITM, SIOM, SIMS | 70–85 |
Application Process
Register on the official website: snaptest.org.
Fill in personal, academic, and work experience details.
Select up to 3 exam attempts.
Apply for Symbiosis institutes separately.
Pay the application fee online.
Exam Fees (India & Global)
SNAP Exam Fee: ₹2,250 per attempt.
Institute Fee: ₹1,000 per program per institute.
Important Dates (Tentative 2025)
Registration Start: August 2025
Registration End: November 2025
Admit Card Download: December 2025
Exam Date(s): December 2025 (3 slots)
Result Declaration: January 2026
Preparation Strategy
Start Prep: 3–4 months is enough if preparing alongside CAT/XAT.
General English: Revise grammar, practice short RCs.
QA & DI: Focus on arithmetic + fast calculation tricks.
Reasoning: Practice 400–500 LR questions before the exam.
Best Books for SNAP
Quantitative Aptitude – R.S. Aggarwal
Logical Reasoning – Arun Sharma
Word Power Made Easy – Norman Lewis
SNAP Mocks – TIME, IMS, CL
Career Scope After SNAP
Top MBA Colleges: SIBM Pune, SCMHRD Pune, SIIB Pune, SIBM Bangalore.
Placements:
SIBM Pune Avg CTC: ₹24 LPA (2024 stats)
SCMHRD Avg CTC: ₹18–20 LPA
Specializations: Marketing, Finance, HR, International Business, Information Technology, Operations, etc.
ROI: Symbiosis is among the top private MBA universities in India.
FAQs
Up to 3 times; the best score is considered.
Yes, but SNAP requires faster solving skills.
60 minutes (1 hour).
No, currently there is no negative marking (subject to official confirmation).
15 Symbiosis institutes, including SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, SIIB, and SIBM Bangalore.
SNAP Mentor
